Athua

Athua is a village located in Sagardighi subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Sagardighi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Athua village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bannyeswar is the gram panchayat of Athua village.

Here you can discover what makes Athua unique in its vibrant Sagardighi-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Athua’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Athua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athua is 314264. The village spans a total geographical area of 67.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742226. Raghunathganj is nearest town to Athua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

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Population of Athua

According to the 2011 Census, Athua has a total population of about 1,654, with approximately 833 males and 821 females. The sex ratio is around 985 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 274 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 129 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.23%, with male literacy at about 62.30% and female literacy near 50.06%. There are around 346 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Athua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,654 833 821
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 274 114 160
Scheduled Castes (SC) 129 69 60
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 930 519 411
Illiterate Population 724 314 410

Connectivity of Athua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Athua. As per the 2011 stats, Athua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Athua

Knowing the nearby villages of Athua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Athua.

Frequently Asked Questions about Athua

Where is Athua located?
Athua village is situated in Sagardighi Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athua?
The Gram Panchayat of Athua is Bannyeswar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Athua?
The pincode of Athua is 742226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Athua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athua is 1,654, with 833 males and 821 females.
How many households are there in Athua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Athua village has a total of 346 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athua is 56.23%. The male literacy rate is 62.30%, while the female literacy rate is 50.06%.